Graduate Project Engineer

fugro; Perth; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Salary reviews

Parental leave

Training and progression

Diverse, inclusive culture

Modern office near public transport

Job summary

Fugro is seeking a Graduate Project Engineer to join our team in West Perth, supporting subsea and ROV projects across the full lifecycle. You will work with experienced Project Managers, Lead Engineers and Senior Project Engineers, gaining hands-on experience and mentorship.

You will contribute to planning, documentation, design reviews and offshore readiness, while developing your engineering and project management skills in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical, Mechatronic, Structural, Ocean Engineering or Naval Architecture.
• Recent graduation or up to 2 years' post-graduate engineering experience.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• The ability to obtain offshore survival certification and pass the associated medical examination.
• Exposure to engineering software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, OrcaFlex or similar is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supporting Project Managers and Senior Engineers in the planning and execution of project work scopes.
• Assisting with project documentation, engineering deliverables, design reviews and technical reporting.
• Coordinating project activities with internal teams, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Assisting with equipment preparation, mobilisation planning and offshore readiness activities.
• Supporting the management of project schedules, budgets and progress tracking.
• Participating in engineering studies, risk assessments, HAZIDs and constructability reviews.

Skills

MS Office

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

BEng in Mechanical/Mechatronic/Structural/Ocean/Naval

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

OrcaFlex

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a Graduate Project Engineer to join our team supporting upcoming subsea and ROV (Remotely Operated Vehicles) projects. Based role is based in West Perth you will be working alongside experienced Project Managers, Lead Engineers and Senior Project Engineers, you will gain hands‑on experience across the full project lifecycle while contributing to the successful delivery of challenging subsea and marine projects.

You will be responsible for:

• Supporting Project Managers and Senior Engineers in the planning and execution of project work scopes;
• Assisting with project documentation, engineering deliverables, design reviews and technical reporting;
• Coordinating project activities with internal teams, subcontractors and suppliers
• Assisting with equipment preparation, mobilisation planning and offshore readiness activities;
• Supporting the management of project schedules, budgets and progress tracking;
• Participating in engineering studies, risk assessments, HAZIDs and constructability reviews.

About You

We're looking for a motivated and enthusiastic graduate who is eager to learn, enjoys solving problems, and thrives in a collaborative team environment. You will be curious, adaptable and keen to develop your technical and project management skills through hands‑on experience and mentorship.

Your success in securing this role will require:

• A Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical, Mechatronic, Structural, Ocean Engineering or Naval Architecture;
• Recent graduation or up to 2 years' post‑graduate engineering experience;
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams;
• The ability to obtain offshore survival certification and pass the associated medical examination.
• Exposure to engineering software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, OrcaFlex or similar is desirable;

Who are we

We are Fugro, the world's leading Geo-data specialist, focused on mapping, modeling and monitoring data about the earth's surface and the structures built upon it. With clients spanning land, sea and space, our respected reputation is grounded in valuing our employees as our greatest asset, a steadfast commitment to delivery excellence, and an innovative approach that leverages cutting‑edge technology to solve our clients' challenges. Our Project Engineering team provides subsea services to the Australia, Asia, and Pacific regions, including construction, inspection, repair, maintenance (IMR), and decommissioning. Reducing our carbon footprint, we lead the way in advanced remote system technology solutions, including Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USVs) and Remote Operated Vehicles (ROVs).

How we work

At Fugro, we embrace a collaborative way of working where people are encouraged to be themselves, recognising that diverse voices and cultures contribute unique perspectives, spark creativity, and drive innovation. We aim to help our people grow toward their full potential by promoting alignment, autonomy, and personal accountability, within a supportive, knowledge‑sharing environment. While we value the flexibility of remote work, we also value face‑to‑face interactions, whiteboard discussions and sharing a meal together.

Fugro offers

• Ongoing, hybrid work from home arrangement | Flexible start and finish times
• Competitive compensation | Annual salary reviews
• 12 week Parental Leave policy
• Salary continuance insurance
• Culture that supports career development, training and progression
• An inclusive and diverse group of colleagues who happily share knowledge
• Friendly, "no‑ego" environment where you can be yourself
• Modern office | Walking distance from train stations | Red Cat bus
• Global, progressive company with industry leading innovation and cutting‑edge technology